Networkparallels-desktopvirtualization
My landlord provides my connection to the internet and they are changing their network which requires me to register my iPhone and MBA. The instructions require me to use my MAC address at some point in the process. I run a VM using Parallels and all my mail goes to MS Outlook.
Do I provide them with the MAC address from the VM (Windows 7) or from Mountain Lion? Might they be the same?
Are you running an actual Mac or are you running a Hackintosh?
This is a known Hackintosh issue http://tonymacx86.com/viewtopic.php?f=135&t=23153&start=120
I suspect a problem with the Parallels network driver, having seen similar issues before. First, if you haven't already, try updating Parallels to the latest version. Then, try changing the networking mode to Bridged, or if it already is, to Shared. Also, here are some generic troubleshooting steps.
Best Answer
The VM will use a virtual MAC address to map to the physical device MAC Address. Keep in mind that if you provide the MAC Address of the Wi-Fi Adapter from your MBA, that you're now locked to using that device for connectivity. Thus, your VM will need to use that device as it's bridged connection to the internet.
You should provide the physical hardware MAC address to allow your device and your VM access to the internet.